Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Dailuaine
£55
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Dailuaine |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £55 vs £67.
For beginners: Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £55)
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£55 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Dailuaine?
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)